Word Origin & History

Old English wæterian (see water (n.1)). Meaning "to dilute" is attested from late 14c.; now usually as water down (1850). To make water "urinate" is recorded from early 15c. Related: Watered; watering.

Example Sentences for waterlike

Life has flowed like water down this winding stair, and, waterlike, has left these smooth-worn grooves behind it.